Kawasaki Ninja H2 2015 vs. Ducati 1199 Panigale 2014

Kawasaki Ninja H2 2015

Ducati 1199 Panigale 2014

Overview - Kawasaki Ninja H2 2015 vs Ducati 1199 Panigale 2014

Kawasaki Ninja H2 2015

Ducati 1199 Panigale 2014

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Ninja H2 2015 compared to Ducati 1199 Panigale 2014

Kawasaki Ninja H2 2015

Ducati 1199 Panigale 2014

Kawasaki Ninja H2 2015

Ducati 1199 Panigale 2014

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	76 mm	Bore	112 mm
Stroke	Stroke	55 mm	Stroke	60.8 mm
Engine power	Engine power	200 HP	Engine power	195 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	11,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	10,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	133.5 Nm	Torque	132 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	10,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	9,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	8.5	Compression Ratio	12.5
Ignition	Ignition	Digital	Ignition	CDI
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Displacement	Displacement	998 ccm	Displacement	1,198 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Single swing arm	Suspension	Single swing arm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Aluminium
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular	Frame type	Monocoque

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	200 mm	Rear tyre width	200 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,085 mm	Length	2,075 mm
Height	Height	1,125 mm	Height	1,100 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,455 mm	Wheelbase	1,437 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	825 mm	Seat Height	825 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Ninja H2 2015

The Ninja H2 represents a milestone in motorbike history. It is not only packed with electronic innovations, but also offers completely new technologies in terms of engine construction and mechanics. This high-tech research object of a Japanese technology company is actually for sale and can also be ridden. Basically, it rides like a normal motorbike, only with considerably more power. At first, the engine response is a challenge, but speed freaks will find a way to ride and enjoy this fascinating motorbike.

Outstanding build quality

fascinating engine with mechanical turbocharger

pull, acceleration and speed on a completely new level

narrow seat ensures safe standing - even for smaller riders

great stability

motorbike inspires a lot of confidence despite high performance

strong brakes

high-quality details

Response behaviour in the transition from pushing mode to acceleration phase not at the level of "normal" motorbikes

understeer in fast bends

from body height 185 cm it could be difficult to integrate the feet into the overall aerodynamic concept - test seat!